ARTS AND CULTURAL Events ~ CCIRC Performances & Events

Riverside Theatre presents Live in the Loop on March 1 with Chemistry the premier synth-pop-rock tribute to the Decade of Decadence the 80s.

On March 2 The Reckless Shots an upbeat blues/rock band plays.

Indian River Clay’s Fore + Fire

Opening Night March 1, 5 – 8pm at Raw Space Gallery, 1795 Old Dixie Highway in Vero Beach. Open to the public on March 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 11am – 2pm and March 8, 9, 10, Noon- 4pm. Docent tours are available; call 772-202-8598

Indian River Clay, a non-profit ceramic arts studio in Vero Beach, is proud to partner with Raw Space Gallery to bring a juried, contemporary clay exhibit to Vero Beach. There will be 119 pieces of ceramic art on display representing the work of 52 ceramic artists from 14 cities across Florida, including Naples, West Palm Beach, St. Petersburg, Miami, Vero Beach, and other neighboring communities

Sunrise Theatre presents ONES The Beatles #1 Hits on March 1 at 8pm,

Mike DelGuidice on March 2 at 8pm,

The Beach Boys on March 3 at 3 & 7pm and

Tom’s Elton Tribute on March 6 at 7pm.Visit: http://www.sunrisetheatre.com

Gallery 14 presents A Summer Breeze: Paintings by Melissa & Horacio 

On view March 1 – 29, located at 1911 14th Avenue, Vero Beach.

Meet the Artists Reception March 1, 5 – 8pm as part of the First Friday Gallery Stroll. Gallery 14 welcomes the return of the ever popular husband and wife team Melissa Mastrangelo and Horacio Lertora. The duo, who have continually brought smiles to the faces of fans and collectors from near and far, like to say that they are spouses sharing the same canvas in life and art. This partnership has resulted in a successful collaboration for 18 years. 

In their current body of work, A Summer Breeze: Paintings by Melissa and Horacio, Melissa uses acrylic paint and original mid-century ephemera, in collaboration with Horacio’s hand cut stencils and wooden tiles to create nostalgic and playful works of art. Each piece is created on an assemblage of 1/4” wooden tiles and panels. Most of the pieces in this collection are meant to be hung singularly or in combination with others to create a larger panoramic statement. Always featured throughout the year are Gallery 14 artist-owners: Lila Blakeslee, Barbara du Pont, Barbara Landry, Jessica Leto, Mary Ann Hall, Deborah Morrell Polackwich, Dorothy Napp Schindel and Evan Schwarze, as well as represented artists Walford Campbell, Jim Cohoe, Melanie Denison, Joan Earnhart, Terry Green, Viola Pace Knudsen, Mia Lindberg, Francis Mesaros, Michael Robinson, Carol Staub and Jo Zaza. 

Center for Spiritual Care offers Fiber and Wood

On View March 1 – April 26. Gallery Stroll March 1, 5:30-7:30pm, 1550 24th St, in downtown Vero Beach. Artists members of the Vero Beach Art Club; Yvonne Steere, Phyllis Petrillo, Sheila Haeley Kyong, Grace Cormier, Paulette and Michelle Nevaeh. For hours the show is open contact the Center office at 772-567-1233

Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra performs Season 16 on March 3, 2pm.

Concert 1:  Bartok – Romanian Folk Dances , Performed in Memory of Betsy Dubiel. Mozart – Horn Concerto No. 3 in Eb, KV 447, John Wilkerson, Soloist and Mendelssohn – Symphony No. 4 (Italian). Performances are held in the James M. Sammons Auditorium in the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center

On Sunday, March 3, at The Emerson Center, actress Sheryl Faye will present “Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” performance begins at 2pm. A multimedia performance giving us a peek into the life of this amazing woman whose life embodied courage, resilience and dedication to service. Sponsored by the American Association of University Women.

Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents Carnival of the Animals Concert a Musical Menagerie. Saint-Saëns’s masterwork for two pianos and orchestra in Vero Beach on March 3, 3pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, 2365 Pine Avenue in Vero Beach. Lions and tigers and bears –oh my! It’s all about fur and feathers when the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents the musical menagerie for concertgoers, Carnival of the Animals. 

The audience will encounter elephants, kangaroos, donkeys, lions, cuckoos, swans, and more as conductor Aaron Collins leads the orchestra through Saint-Saëns’s beloved masterwork, filled to the brim with humor and vivid color. Scored for orchestra and two pianos, Carnival of the Animals features the Space Coast Symphony

Orchestra principal keyboardist Jean Black, together with accomplished Vero Beach pianist, Dr. Jacob Craig. Craig will also be featured on Saint-Saëns’s famous Piano Concerto No. 2. Another concert highlight includes the world premiere of Sonya Leonore Stahl’s “Eagle Music,” a soaring work that evokes the American national bird gliding majestically through the sky. Rounding out the program are the juxtaposed works of two luminaries: Antonín Dvořák’s celebratory Carnival and Claude Debussy’s gentle Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun. 

Indian River Symphonic Orchestra presents Palm Beach Symphony performs March 3, 7:30pm with Gerard Schwarz, Conductor

William Grant Still: Threnody: In Memory of Jean Sibelius

Richard Strauss: Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59: Suite

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36

Performances held at Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd Street in Vero Beach.

A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery offer Fast Forward: The Original Florida Highwaymen on the Way to Fame 1954-2004

On view through March 3. A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery, 500 N. Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34950. When a nineteen-year-old Harold Newton became inspired to paint the Florida landscape in 1954, his vision, courage, and accomplishments encouraged his friends and neighbors to take up paintbrushes and follow a new path as professional artists. Over time, dozens of individuals joined the venture and unintentionally founded a movement. After more than fifty years in becoming an overnight success, the 26 landscape artists now known as The Original Highwaymen were inducted in 2004 into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame. This exhibition of rarely seen paintings, gathered from private collections, celebrates their first fifty years of fame and bold course forward to the hard-won triumph of statewide recognition.

Riverside Theatre’s Distinguished Lecturer Series: Karl Rove, On March 4, lectures at 4 & 6pm.Topic: Presidential Election. Karl Rove, an iconic political strategist and one of the most sought-after political pundits of our time, is best known for his provocative and robust knowledge of major political issues.

Historic House Tours Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation

March 5, 1 – 5pm. Mueller Campus of IRSC, 6155 College Lane in Vero Beach.

VBMA babies & Toddlers:

March 5, 9:30 – 10:30am

VBMA Museum Stories: 0-23 Month Olds

March 6, 9:30 – 10:30am

VBMA Museum Stories for 2-4 Year Olds

March 6, 10:30 – 11:30am

The Emerson Center presents Restoring the Balance of the Indian River Lagoon with E-Series speaker Heather Stapleton on March 5, 7pm

What caused the Indian River Lagoon’s transition from its natural, seagrass-rich state to an algae-dominated system? By understanding our contributions to the lagoon’s issues, we can devise strategies to restore its health. Join us as we delve into the core of this transformation, discover our individual roles in addressing the challenges, and embark on a journey to revitalize it to a thriving, balanced ecosystem. This is a crucial opportunity to be part of the solution – don’t miss out! Heather Stapleton, a proud Floridian in Indian River County, holds degrees in Environmental Studies, Political Science, and French from Indiana University. She served in the Peace Corps for three years. Formerly, she directed Vero Heritage and Indian River Citrus Museum, was the education director at the Environmental Learning Center, and now coordinates community engagement at One Lagoon for the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center Exhibit Big, Bold & Abstract, Artists: Mary Carter, Tony Caruso, Allie Comer, Diana Farce, Patricia Forelle & Wendy Ryles. On view through March 6.

Melbourne Municipal Band Swingtime Concert; TV TUNES TONIGHT 2

On March 6 & 7, 7pm, FREE EVENT. Featuring Kurt Schulenburg, Conductor. Once again the Swingtime Jazz Orchestra dives into the VideoVerse, unearthing TV Theme songs from the 1950s thru Today. Sit back and enjoy songs from shows you’d almost forgotten. Preshow: New Horizons Band

LIVE! From Vero Beach offers The Rocket Man Show: A Tribute to Elton John on March 7, 7pm.This is Elton! Crash land into your seat with The Rocket Man Show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson – Elton John’s official 70’s body double as featured in the ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ world tour promo videos and photos. Chosen by the man himself, Rus’ performance pilots a night of Elton’s greatest hits, gorgeous costumes and fierce piano playing.

Tickets at: http://www.musicworksconcerts.com/vero-beach

Vero Beach Theatre Guild presents 9 to 5, the MUSICAL

March 8- 24. Three women fight to climb the ladder to the top of a corporate world ruled by misogyny.  Dolly Parton’s classic music and all the bright razzle-dazzle of the Broadway hit come to your Theatre Guild stage.  Will their plan for revenge succeed as they take matters into their own hands?

J.M. Stringer Gallery of Fine Art

Invites you to the Opening of “Beguiling Compositions”

a group exhibition featuring the recent works of E.J. Paprocki and Claudia Seymour. On view through March 9, 3465 Ocean Drive in Vero Beach

Customer parking behind Gallery in both lots, from Acacia to Banyan

Riverside Theatre offers Kinky Boots, Music & Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, Book by Harvey Fierstein,  Based on the 2005 British film written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth. Performances run through March 17.

The Galleries at First Press offers Winter Art Reception and Show

Galleries at First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach spotlight three artists 

520 Royal Palm Boulevard in Vero Beach. On view through March 31.

The work of three standout artists; Evelyna Helmer, Maciek von Ato and Bertelle Brooking will be displayed in galleries throughout the church campus for the duration of the show.

About the Artists: Evelyna Helmer – The paintings of Chicago-born, Sydney-based artist Evelyna Helmer emphasize the power of nostalgia and the allure of mystery. Often intentionally elliptical, Helmer’s seemingly quiet objects are charged with an emotional and psychological valency. Helmer’s works are somewhat Hopper-esque in their cinematic suspension of moments in time. The familiar depictions evoke visions of comfort and, at times, an unnerving childhood whilst dismantling the barrier between reality and illusion. Evelyna Helmer presents objects commonly taken for granted as treasures she has unearthed from early memories, thus encouraging the viewer to engage in a sensitive interaction with visual consciousness and presentation. Evelyna Helmer’s artwork owes perceptible debts to Thiebaud, Morandi, and Celmins’ work.

Maciek von Ato –  From a very early age, Maciek von Ato loved to draw and his creativity led him to seek a future in graphic design, a revered art form in Poland, where he was born. His dreams came true when he began studying at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, receiving a Master’s Degree in Graphic Design and Painting. He soon was showing his art throughout Western Europe and later moved to Australia, continuing to paint as he founded a well-known graphic design firm. A decade later, Maciek longed for a more vibrant lifestyle and arrived in the U.S., where, for 18 years, he established himself as a successful painter/sculptor/designer on the East Coast. Five years ago, he decided to move to a warmer climate and settled in Vero Beach where he is continuing his creative journey. Although versatile in all media, he prefers to paint in oil and gouache on canvas, paper, or wood. His work has been featured in galleries, museums and publications, and found in private collections throughout Europe, Australia, and the United States.

Bertelle Brooking – Using artistic expression since childhood to express and explore an inner self, photography became a second language. Bertelle lives in Micco, Florida. Raised in Pennsylvania, she was the artsy one of thirteen children. 1975 she began summering in Boothbay Harbor, Maine surrounded by gorgeous landscapes and inspiring artists. Moved year round to Portland’s Old Port and then Cape Elizabeth’s, Kettle Cove. Awarded a state scholarship in 1989 pursued her dreams and passions for art at the University of Southern Maine’s BFA program, graduating Summa cum Laude, including studying Art History and Anthropology in Greece. 1998 accepted into a top graduate photography school, Rochester Institute of Technology, moved, worked and exhibited at The George Eastman House, International Museum of Photography and Film. Bertelle moved to Florida and joined Sebastian River Art Club in 2019. She was recently juried into the VBMA Show: Treasure Coast Creates: Tribute to Local Artists.

Viner Series Violins and Hope Exhibit for the Visual Arts at Community Church  On view through  April 1. Step into the world of music, history, and resilience with the Violins and Hope exhibition, presented by Community One Initiative and The Community Church of Vero Beach Viner Series for the Visual Arts. This captivating showcase is a striking visual representation of the inspiring story of Violins of Hope—instruments used by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust that were restored and uplifted by renowned Israeli violinmaker, Amnon Weinstein. Narthex Gallery at Community Church. Gallery Hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm and Sunday 8:30am – 11:30am. To view the gallery, please call 772-562-3633.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Administrative Complex, Bldg A & B, First & Second Floors. Celebrate – Artist Member Exhibit on view through April 11 with works by, Merana Cadorette, Mary Carter, Tony Caruso, Evelyn Haught, Barbara Krupp, Gwen McNenney, Mariya Yankovich & Joaquin Zalazar.

Vero Beach Art Club Gallery & Marketplace Spring Fever on view through April 12. Artwork is available for purchase at all exhibiting shows.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County in conjunction withMandy and Ray Hooker invite you to viewing at Indian River Distillery, 3308 Aviation Blvd. in Vero Beach.  Exhibit Theme: “Old Florida”. Featured Artists: Ella Chabot, Patricia Forelle, Richard Gilmor, Janet Grossarth, Evelyn Haught, John McAleer, Gwen McNenney & Mark Sans Souci. On view through April 18.  

Cultural Council of Indian River County is pleased to announce a new venue for Art in Public Places Program – Vero Beach City Hall, 1053 20th Place, Gallery Exhibits in Hallway & Council Chambers. “All Around The Town” on view through April 24 with works by Gwen McNenney on exhibit in the Hallway. Works by Barbara Krupp on view in the Council Chamber.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Ancient Egypt & the Napoleonic Era:

Masterworks from the Dahesh Museum of Art

On view through April 28.  To celebrate the centennial of archaeologist Howard Carter’s discovery of the tomb of King Tutankhamen, the VBMA presents Ancient Egypt & the Napoleonic Era: Masterworks from the Dahesh Museum of Art. Western encounters with the Orient date back many centuries, but the Industrial Revolution developed dynamic new levels of engagement. New and better forms of transportation created a flood of travelers—writers, scholars and, most crucially, artists—all heading to the Orient. The result was an extraordinary range of artworks with a variety of themes and styles. The show explores artistic visions of the cultures and peoples from the time Napoleon entered Egypt, taking with him dozens of draftsmen and engineers to create renderings of this country’s rich cultural phenomena.

McKee Botanical Garden newest exhibition: 

A Tropical Flock of Avian Avatars by The Myth Makers Donna Dodson & Andy Moerlein

On view through April 28.  Featuring ten monumental and environmentally friendly bird sculptures created from bamboo and other mixed media. Each unique Avian Avatar in the Tropical Flock is made specifically for McKee. These majestic birds will grace McKee’s tropical landscape though April 28. The sculptures are designed to attract, captivate, and inspire the imaginations of all who encounter them.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County venue Vero Beach Outlets Mall Guest Services on exhibit All Things Vero! Featured Artists Judy Burgarella, Andy Burman, Nancy Duclos, Victor Genel, John McAleer & Joaquin Zalaza. On View through May 4. Location: 1824 94^th Drive, Vero Beach (located beside Michael Kohrs).

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Courthouse Marie’s Journey, Solo Exhibit –  Marie Marrow. On view through May 9.

Artists Guild Gallery is a fine-art gallery featuring original art by local artist-owners. Diverse styles and mediums are represented, and the art is changed, and rotated on a monthly basis. Classes are offered in oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, and drawing.  Located: 1974 14th Avenue, Vero Beach

Gallery hours: Thru April: Tuesday – Saturday 11am-4pm 

Upcoming:

The Gainesville Brass Quintet   

A free concert by North Florida’s premier brass quintet  on March 10, 4pm   

First Presbyterian Church Vero Beach, 520 Royal Palm Blvd. in Vero Beach.

Treasure Coast Chorale 20th Century Celebration

March 10, 4pm, Doors open at 3. Enjoy the old and the new as we take you from “Bill Bailey” to “Jeepers Creepers,” to “Aquarius” and many more.  Special guests include “The Dolls”, Elvis Presley, and Frank Sinatra along with our regulars, Judy Carter, Dave Mundy, and Richie Mola.